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Crucial MX500 SSD

Crucial's latest SSD, the MX500, provides a performance upgrade at a fraction of the price of a new computer, making it perfect for the grad who'd rather spend their money elsewhere.

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Xtra-PC

Xtra-PC is a flash drive USB that plugs in to your PC. The OS is built on Linux and it bypasses the Windows OS to make your PC faster.

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Samsung Fit2 Pro smartwatch

The Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro smartwatch is available in red and black, and it is a perfect fitness tracker to keep track of laps in the pool, steps, mileage, heart-rate and more. It includes GPS capabilities.

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HEOS 1

The HEOS 1 wireless speaker can be used with the Go Pack rechargable battery back and base. It allows you to listen to music wirelessly, indoors or outdoors, via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

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Belkin Travel Charge Kit

The Belkin Travel Charge Kit is exclusive for iPhones. A custom molded foam case keeps contents safe and there's even a car vent mount included for hands-free use.

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Essential Phone and 360 Camera

The Essential Phone is different. It's made of durable titanium and ceramic and is built to resist dents and dings. It has 128GB of storage, edge-to-edge display, and a 360 Camera option.

The phone is available in Black Moon or Pure White on essential.com for $499 and you can buy the 360 Camera for $179.

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LifeProof Backpacks

LifeProof's new line of four different styles of backpacks, the Quito, the Squamish, the Goa and the Squamish XL will protect your gear. They have a water-repellent exterior with tons of smart storage on the inside and ergonomic shoulder straps. They're ideal for commutes, day trips and travel.

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TigerLight Defense Alert Device

If your favorite grad is about to explore the world on their own, TigerLight with D.A.D. (Defense Alert Device) is a way to keep them safe. It has a non-lethal pepper spray, a strobe light and an independently powered Bluetooth module that activates a mobile app sending a GPS danger alert worldwide to friends and family via app, email and text.

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JBL Soundgear

The JBL Soundgear is designed to be worn around the neck and offers hands-free and ear-free sound. $179.95

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TUMI Lightning Cable Key Fob

The TUMI Lightning Cable Key Fob is a cool tech tool that grads will appreciate. It looks professional and businesslike while providing a quick charge as needed.

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Teena Maddox is a Senior Writer at TechRepublic, covering hardware devices, IoT, smart cities and wearables. She ties together the style and substance of tech. Teena has spent 20-plus years writing business and features for publications including Peo...

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Teena Maddox is a Senior Writer at TechRepublic, covering hardware devices, IoT, smart cities and wearables. She ties together the style and substance of tech. Teena has spent 20-plus years writing business and features for publications including People, W and Women's Wear Daily.